Towards Effective Intervention: Evaluating HIV Prevention and Sexual Health Education Interventions

AIDS ◽  
2003 ◽  
pp. 97-114
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Effective Intervention ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Education Interventions ◽  
Health Education Interventions

scholarly journals Sexual health education interventions for young people: a methodological review

BMJ ◽  
1995 ◽  
Vol 310 (6973) ◽  
pp. 158-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Oakley ◽  
D. Fullerton ◽  
J. Holland ◽  
S. Arnold ◽  
M. France-Dawson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Young People ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Methodological Review ◽  
Education Interventions ◽  
Health Education Interventions

scholarly journals A Mobile Sexual Health App on Empowerment, Education, and Prevention for Young Adult Men (MyPEEPS Mobile): Acceptability and Usability Evaluation

10.2196/17901 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. e17901 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brittany Gannon ◽  
Rindcy Davis ◽  
Lisa M Kuhns ◽  
Rafael Garibay Rodriguez ◽  
Robert Garofalo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Usability Evaluation ◽  
Interview Data ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Adult Men ◽  
Study Participants

Background HIV incidence among young adult men who have sex with men (MSM), particularly among black and Latino men, continues to rise. As such, continued HIV prevention interventions for young MSM of color are of utmost importance. Male Youth Pursuing Empowerment, Education and Prevention around Sexuality (MyPEEPS) Mobile is a comprehensive HIV prevention and sexual health education smartphone app initially created to promote sexual health and HIV prevention among adolescent sexual minority young men aged 13 to 18 years. Objective The objective of this study was to critically appraise the acceptability and usability of MyPEEPS Mobile for young adult MSM aged 19 to 25 years. Methods Study participants used the mobile app, completed usability questionnaires and in-depth interviews, and reported their experience using the app. Analysis of interview data was guided by the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) to better understand the usability and acceptability of this intervention for young adults. Interview data were coded using the following constructs from the UTAUT model: performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and social influence. Results A total of 20 young adult MSM (n=10 in Chicago, Illinois, and n=10 in New York, New York) were enrolled in the study. Participants reported that MyPEEPS Mobile was free of functional problems (Health Information Technology Usability Evaluation Scale scores and Post-Study System Usability Questionnaire scores consistent with high usability), easy to use, and useful, with an engaging approach that increased acceptability, including the use of avatars and animation, and inclusive representation of the diverse identities by race and ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Recommended areas for improving MyPEEPS Mobile for the target demographic included more adult-oriented graphics, advanced educational content, scenarios for youth with more sexual experience, and search function to increase accessibility of key content. Conclusions Overall, young adult MSM aged 19 to 25 years described the MyPEEPS Mobile as educational, informative, and usable for their sexual health education and HIV prevention needs, and they provided actionable recommendations to optimize its use and applicability for this age group.

scholarly journals A Mobile Sexual Health App on Empowerment, Education, and Prevention for Young Adult Men (MyPEEPS Mobile): Acceptability and Usability Evaluation (Preprint)

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brittany Gannon ◽  
Rindcy Davis ◽  
Lisa M Kuhns ◽  
Rafael Garibay Rodriguez ◽  
Robert Garofalo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
New York ◽  
Young Adult ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Usability Evaluation ◽  
Interview Data ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Adult Men ◽  
Study Participants

BACKGROUND HIV incidence among young adult men who have sex with men (MSM), particularly among black and Latino men, continues to rise. As such, continued HIV prevention interventions for young MSM of color are of utmost importance. Male Youth Pursuing Empowerment, Education and Prevention around Sexuality (MyPEEPS) Mobile is a comprehensive HIV prevention and sexual health education smartphone app initially created to promote sexual health and HIV prevention among adolescent sexual minority young men aged 13 to 18 years. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to critically appraise the acceptability and usability of MyPEEPS Mobile for young adult MSM aged 19 to 25 years. METHODS Study participants used the mobile app, completed usability questionnaires and in-depth interviews, and reported their experience using the app. Analysis of interview data was guided by the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT) to better understand the usability and acceptability of this intervention for young adults. Interview data were coded using the following constructs from the UTAUT model: performance expectancy, effort expectancy, and social influence. RESULTS A total of 20 young adult MSM (n=10 in Chicago, Illinois, and n=10 in New York, New York) were enrolled in the study. Participants reported that MyPEEPS Mobile was free of functional problems (Health Information Technology Usability Evaluation Scale scores and Post-Study System Usability Questionnaire scores consistent with high usability), easy to use, and useful, with an engaging approach that increased acceptability, including the use of avatars and animation, and inclusive representation of the diverse identities by race and ethnicity, gender identity, and sexual orientation. Recommended areas for improving MyPEEPS Mobile for the target demographic included more adult-oriented graphics, advanced educational content, scenarios for youth with more sexual experience, and search function to increase accessibility of key content. CONCLUSIONS Overall, young adult MSM aged 19 to 25 years described the MyPEEPS Mobile as educational, informative, and usable for their sexual health education and HIV prevention needs, and they provided actionable recommendations to optimize its use and applicability for this age group.

Paradigm shifts in sexual health: Quantitative analysis of story and fact-based health education interventions

2020 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 45-56
Author(s):  
Roula Kteily-Hawa ◽  
Shriya Hari ◽  
Jaspreet Kaur Soor ◽  
Josephine Pui-Hing Wong ◽  
Vijaya Chikermane ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Analysis ◽  
Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Paradigm Shifts ◽  
Education Interventions ◽  
Health Education Interventions

Improving practice: Giving voice to the experiences of sexual health education teachers

2021 ◽  
pp. 001789692110296
Author(s):  
Carol A Cummings ◽  
Christine M Fisher ◽  
Rosemary Reilly-Chammat
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Teacher Perceptions ◽  
Rhode Island ◽  
Sex Education ◽  
Comparative Approach ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Sexual Health Education ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
K 12

Objective: To explore teachers’ beliefs, experiences and barriers influencing teaching related to sexual health education. Methods, Design and Setting: Descriptive, cross-sectional study design. Rhode Island certified health teachers ( n = 190) completed an online sexual health education survey. Teacher perceptions about the need and benefits of teaching this subject, coverage of essential topics, their experiences and the barriers they faced were gathered. Qualitative questions were analysed using open, axial and selective coding. Constant comparative approach was used to identify themes. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse quantitative items. Results: Findings indicated that 98% of teachers felt that sexual health education should be taught. Less than 50% agreed that coverage for topics identified in the national sexuality education standards for grades K-12 should begin at each grade level. Two common themes – prevention and access to accurate information – emerged as reasons for teaching the subject. Themes generated from teacher experiences revealed the use of a risk reduction approach to sexual health education. Healthy sexual development, gender identity, inclusive education and all components of a comprehensive approach were not identified. Perceived barriers to teaching included teacher comfort, time, parents’ likely responses and lack of training. Conclusion: Findings signal the need for ongoing professional development to broaden teachers’ understanding of comprehensive sex education and address the beliefs and barriers that hinder inclusive and comprehensive teaching approaches. Good quality training in which teachers reflect on their beliefs and develop proficiency in the use of effective pedagogies can strengthen educator capacity and self-efficacy.

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